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One Night on the Island

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I’m not sure how I feel about this one still. I liked it while I was reading it but I found it very forgettable. I did really like the characters and the story line.

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I read and loved THE TWO LIVES OF LYDIA BIRD and ONE DAY IN DECEMBER, and this book just cinches Silver as an auto-buy author for me! It has some of my favorite romance tropes (enemies-to-lovers, vacation romance, oops-they-double-booked-this-cabin-and-now-we’re-stuck-together) but it goes so much deeper than that. I really resonated with a lot of Cleo’s struggles with her identity, questioning if her career/city/friends make her happy, and how she was just learning to love herself and her life amidst the quarter life crisis that comes with being in your 20s with 30 looming over you (and normalizing it!). Mac’s storyline of dealing with the fallout of his marriage and learning how to be a good father while apart from his kids was much less relatable to me personally but I still felt so much empathy for him. I loved the setting (I really felt the sense of community and beauty in this small remote Irish island), the side characters, and of course the steam between Cleo and Mac 🌶🌶

It’s the perfect romance, but ✨thoughtful✨, and I cannot recommend it enough!

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I loved One Day in December so I was excited to pick up another read by Josie Silver. Normally, I’m a sucker for an island romance, and while I loved the author’s descriptive portrayal of the island, I just couldn’t catch on with the couples’ chemistry. The story dragged a bit for me and was almost too descriptive. Not my favorite. Thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC!

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I requested this book because I wanted to give Josie Silver another chance after hating One Day in December, and I think this book solidifies that we are not compatible. I would still recommend her books, though, because I seem like the outlier.

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Josie silver is an author I really want to love but have a hard time doing it. I know she works for a lot of people but I think it's because she's a character driven author and I am a plot driven reader. Which makes me bored. All in all. This was fine.

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"One Night on the Island" by Josie Silver is a captivating and emotionally charged novel that transports readers to a world of love, destiny, and the magic that unfolds in the span of just one night. Her descriptions of the island were evocative, making me search for flights to Ireland. I especially like that both characters managed to find happiness with themselves as well as with each other.

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Was left really disappointed by this one. Why is it called one night on the island when it’s way more than one night? He was also so hung up on his ex wife.

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A book about self discovery, acceptance, and working though hard times.

I am a Josie Silver fan! I think she is a great author and is amazing at writing romance stories that go deeper than just romance. While I thought this book was good it is not my new favorite. I liked both of the characters but had a hard time with their chemistry. The story was sweet. Very middle of the road for me.

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Honestly I was unimpressed. The book had its moments but it simply wasn't for me. The characters created their own obstacles when it came to them trying to get together and it just felt silly.

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I think this overall had a good romance plot to but it just too slow for me and missed the mark, I wanted to love it.

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'One Night on the Island' was an okay read, but it didn't completely blow me away. The book follows two characters stranded on an island after a shipwreck, and I thought the premise was interesting. However, I felt like the plot dragged in some parts, and I wanted more action and excitement. The character development was decent, but I didn't connect with them as much as I hoped. The writing style was okay, but it didn't really stand out to me. Overall, it was an alright book, but I've read better adventure stories that kept me more engaged.

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I love Josie silvers writing but this one fell a little flat for me. The setting is so charming and makes you feel like you’re there, but the love story was where I wasn’t all in.

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3.5 stars. Thank you to Net Galley and Random House/Ballantine for an ARC in exchange for my honest review. Two lives cross paths as a doubling booking mistake has taken place on a remote Irish island one-room cabin. Cleo is a writer with her 30th birthday coming up looking to be alone to find her way and inspiration for her new column. She's from London and wants time to write and allow some self-care and reflection to figure out her life. Mack is looking to be alone for a bit and his family's remote cabin seems to be the anecdote. He's from Boston and is marriage is rocky but he's not really ready to accept that it may be nearing it's end. When they realize the mistake, they both want the other to leave but the ferry won't be running for another week so they'll need to figure things out. This was an enjoyable read and perfect for a day at the beach or cozy day at home.

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"One Night on the Island" is a fun and atmospheric novel that transports readers to a secluded island, where secrets and desires intertwine under the moonlit sky. With its evocative prose and well-developed characters, the story unfolds with suspense and intrigue, keeping readers guessing until the very end. The author skillfully captures the essence of the island setting, immersing readers in its enchanting beauty and mysterious allure. With themes of love, betrayal, and self-discovery, "One Night on the Island" is a compelling read that will leave you longing for more tales from this mesmerizing world.

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I love love love this author! I fell in love with One Day in December and continued on her books. Although I loved the setting of this book, I had a hard time connecting with the characters.

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Good lord why did I wait so long to read this one?! It was magical! So many emotions went thru me as I read this that sometimes I just had to stop and reread the same words to let them sink in deeper. Many thanks to the publisher and netgalley for this copy for review

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"One Night on the Island" by Josie Silver, bestselling author of "One Day in December," is a captivating and heartfelt tale of unexpected connections and the power of fate. Cleo Wilder, a dating columnist seeking solace on her thirtieth birthday, plans a solo retreat on a remote Irish island. Similarly, Mack Sullivan travels to the same island to find clarity and explore his roots. However, a booking mix-up leaves them sharing a one-room cabin, leading to an intriguing journey of self-discovery and unlikely companionship.

Josie Silver's storytelling prowess shines in this charming and enchanting novel. Cleo and Mack, initially at odds, must navigate their unexpected cohabitation and find common ground. As the days pass, they discover that their shared experiences and genuine connections go beyond their initial reservations. Silver's writing captures the essence of their evolving relationship, immersing readers in their emotional journey.

The remote Irish island serves as a picturesque backdrop for the story, offering a sense of tranquility and escape. Through Cleo and Mack's individual quests for self-reflection, readers are invited to explore themes of home, personal growth, and the importance of finding what truly matters. Silver's descriptive prose transports readers to the idyllic setting, allowing them to feel the island's allure and understand its significance to the characters.

The characters themselves are compelling and relatable. Cleo, with her aspirations and desires, and Mack, grappling with his own personal challenges, are flawed yet endearing. Their personal growth and evolving perspectives are intricately woven into the narrative, making their journeys authentic and emotionally resonant.

Josie Silver's signature charm infuses every page of "One Night on the Island." The novel is filled with heartfelt moments, genuine emotions, and a touch of whimsy. Silver's ability to create engaging dialogue and captivating interactions between the characters keeps the story engaging and the readers invested.

At its core, "One Night on the Island" is a tale about the unpredictability of fate and the beauty that can arise from unexpected circumstances. It reminds readers that the things we think we want may not align with what we truly need. Josie Silver's storytelling prowess and her exploration of love, self-discovery, and the meaning of home make this novel a delightful and satisfying read.

With "One Night on the Island," Josie Silver delivers another enchanting and heartwarming story that will captivate readers and leave them longing for their own serendipitous moments.

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I loved the alternating POVs in this story. I felt like the story moved really quick and kept my interest. I felt like the characters were developed wonderfully. I always look forward to her books because they’re cozy books that build up slowly but perfectly paced.

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I received an advanced copy of One Night on the Island by Josie Silver from the publisher Random House-Ballatine books via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

What It’s About: Cleo, a dating columnist, is spending her thirtieth birthday alone on a quasi-sabbatical- at the insistence of her boss- in the name of reenergization and self-discovery, they call it marrying herself. Her boss has booked her a cabin on a remote Irish island. Mac’s life is falling apart, his wife has left him, and he needs guidance so he leaves to a cabin on the Irish island that his cousin owns. Unfortunately, these two solitude seekers have ended up at the one-bedroom cabin on the exact same days. These two clash immediately, and wonder how they will get through till the next ferry comes in but these two find an unexpected connection.

What I Loved: Some of my favorite television shows take place in small British/Irish/Scottish villages where everyone knows each other and there is a quirky town full of characters. You definitely get that here! Other elements I liked was the characters exploring how their life has changed and not where they expected while they are struggling with very different things figuring out your life and how it changes or needs to change from the current situation. There’s beautiful writing and wisdom here and exploring this made this book endearing.

What I Didn’t Like: The romance did not pop as much as I’d like. I really wasn’t sure about these two being long term partners. I would have bought in more for people who fit a particular season in your life.

Who Should Read It: People who like books about characters at a turning point in their life connecting at the right moment.

Summary: Two souls at a crossroads, connect.

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This book is told in alternating perspectives from Cleo and Mack. The chapters have titles, something I thought we gave up in elementary school.

Anyway, Cleo is annoying. She thinks the world does and should revolve around her. She has a series of failed relationships, but she blogs about them so it's ok! Her editor sends her to a remote island (without her permission) to marry herself. Yes, it is as stupid as it sounds. Cleo goes.

And finds a man before she even steps foot on the island!

Sure, they don't get along at first, but then they share three random facts about each other at night and they are best friends who fall in love with each other. Even though he's married. With kids. That he misses so much that he had to travel across an ocean in order to... what? Be a good dad? This never made sense. And Cleo is supposed to be loving herself and finding herself as an individual.

Clearly, she is incapable of that. Yet, she goes ahead and marries herself... even though she hasn't spent any time alone and is making the same mistakes as she's made all along. But the book deems this a success, so just play along. It fits with the other annoying issues in this one, including, but not limited to the fact that they are madly in love after barely any time actually together. The fact that the island only has transportation off of it once a week (if the weather is ok) and yet they have plenty of food, wood, supplies and all other necessities. Magic! How about the fact that Cleo must apparently be made of money and doesn't need to leave the island for anything, ever?! More magic! Or how the author apparently doesn't realize that the end of October in Boston isn't exactly the time that a parent would PULL HER TWO SONS OUT OF SCHOOL to go to the lake? What? Wrong season. I could go on.

And the twist/surprise/totally expected and pathetic end... doesn't work with the boat timing. But we'll just go with it.

Anyway, for a book where our heroine was supposed to have self-love and find herself... it doesn't work when she isn't actually alone.

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